Laval-sur-le-Lac–Île-Bizard Ferry
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The Laval-sur-le-Lac Île-Bizard Ferry is a seasonal cable ferry near to the city of Montreal in the Canadian province of Quebec. It carries cars, bicycles and pedestrians across the Rivière des Prairies from Laval-sur-le-Lac to the Île Bizard.[1]
Technically, the ferry is a reaction ferry, which is propelled by the current of the water. The ferry crosses a distance of 200 metres (660 ft) in 3 minutes, and the ferry boat carries a maximum of 34 passengers and 6 vehicles.[2]
References
- ↑ "Montreal Area Cycling Trails: Île Bizard Trail". montrealplus.ca. http://english.montrealplus.ca/feature/crazy_for_cycling/8536/trails_ile_bizard.jsp. Retrieved 2008-11-11.
- ↑ "Laval-sur-le-Lac/Île-Bizard crossing". Tourisme Québec. http://www.bonjourquebec.com/qc-en/tourist-services-directory/ferry/laval-sur-le-lac-ile-bizard-crossing_6684535.html. Retrieved 2008-11-12.
Coordinates: 45°31′12″N 73°52′09″W / 45.52003°N 73.869281°W
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